1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 1969 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 3,491 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1969 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari F355 | 1969 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | F355 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2618 cc |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2590 mm |
